Qatar-Uzbekistan trade jumps over 30% in 2025, says envoy
Trade between Uzbekistan and Qatar increased by more than 30% in 2025 as the bilateral ties between both the countries are progressing very well, said the ambassador of Uzbekistan, Dr Ashraf Khodjaev...
In 2025, trade between Uzbekistan and Qatar surged by more than 30%, with Uzbekistan's exports to the country growing by over 36%, reported the Uzbek ambassador, Dr Ashraf Khodjaev. Speaking at the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence, Khodjaev emphasized the robust growth of bilateral ties. He highlighted that both nations are focusing on expanding trade and establishing new mechanisms for business cooperation, aiming to create a strong economic bridge between Central Asia and the Gulf.
Notably, Uzbekistan's President, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, visited Qatar in October 2023, and His Highness the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, paid a state visit to Uzbekistan in June 2023, leading to the signing of 15 agreements. Khodjaev also pointed out that the visit by the Amir in December 2023, during the International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award ceremony, further bolstered the partnership.
Over the past decade, Uzbekistan's GDP has nearly tripled, reaching $180 billion, and the poverty rate has dropped significantly from 35% to 4%.
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